Ben Nevis 17 Year Old 1997 Pearls of Scotland is a rare Highland single malt Scotch whisky from single cask #617. Distilled in May 1997 and bottled in October 2014 by Gordon & Co. for the Pearls of Scotland series, this limited edition captures the robust, full-bodied character of Ben Nevis with rich fruit, oak, and spice. Only 301 bottles were produced.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
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Distilled May 1997, bottled October 2014
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Single cask release: #617
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Bottled for the Pearls of Scotland series
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Only 301 bottles produced
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A richly flavoured Highland malt with fruit, malt, and oak depth
A rare single cask Ben Nevis that highlights the distillery’s powerful Highland style.
Bottle Information
Bottle Information
Bottler: Gordon & Co.
Cask Type: Single Cask
Cask #: #617
ABV: 52.7%
Type: Single Malt
Region: Highland
Age: 17 Year Old
Vintage: 1997
Volume: 70cl
Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Flavour Layers
Nose Aromas of ripe orchard fruits, toffee, and honeyed malt, layered with hints of oak spice.
Palate Bold and complex, delivering flavours of dried fruits, caramel, malt loaf, and a touch of dark chocolate.
Finish Long and warming with notes of fruitcake, toasted oak, and subtle Highland smokiness.
